NOT LISTED FOR SALE

231 Por La Mar Cir Santa Barbara, CA 93103

East Beach Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $904,000 - $1,102,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
708 Sq Ft
$560/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 28, 2020

Last sale price $620,000 $876 Per Sq Ft

Est. 55% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,363/month

26 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Gated with Attendant
  • Clubhouse
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Property is near a park

About This Home

As of August 2020

Resort style living near the beach! This is a gorgeous 1-bedroom second floor condo located in prestigious El Escorial Villas at East Beach. This bright and sunny ''Miramar'' end-unit features an open floor plan, beautifully remodeled kitchen and bathroom and a large private deck. This is a great location in the complex. This property is in a resort-like setting with beautiful pool and spa, health club, tennis courts, barbeque area and is gated with 24-hour security. El Escorial Villas is located across from East Beach, next to the zoo, near Montecito's Coast Village Road with its trendy shops and restaurants and within easy access to beautiful downtown Santa Barbara.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Oliver

Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 07/01/2020

Co-Listed By

Karin Holloway

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Oliver

Sotheby's International Realty License #01462467

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,999

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

  • $560 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Carport

Interior Spaces

  • 708 Sq Ft Home
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

  • Franklin Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Sewer Stub Out
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 017-650-031

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, earthquake insurance, water, trash, cable TV, comm area maint, exterior maint, security
  • 261 Buildings
  • 261 Units
  • El Escorial Villas Community

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Additional Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Gated with Attendant

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,999

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$560 per month

Listing Details

  • Association Fee: 559.68
  • Directions: Cabrillo Blvd. to Ninos Dr. El Escorial gated kiosk is on the east side next to The Santa Barbara Zoo.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Unit
  • ResoLotFeatures: Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Gate:Guard
  • Reso Association Amenities: Tennis Court(s), Spa/Hot Tub, Clubhouse, Pool, Security, Gym
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Earthquake Insurance, Water, Trash, Cable TV, Comm Area Maint, Exterior Maint, Security
  • Co List Office Mls Id: cb01
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-969-4755
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1991
  • Property Information Total #Units: 261
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Franklin
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: El Escorial Villas
  • ParkingGarage Cpt #12: Yes
  • Laundry In Unit2: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Pool4: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Security GateGuard: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Security: Yes
  • CondoCO-OPPUD End Unit: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Clubhouse: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities SpaHot Tub: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Tennis Court(s)2: Yes
  • AssocPark Fee Incl Security2: Yes
  • Dining In Living Room2: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Gym: Yes
  • AssocPark Fee Incl Cable TV2: Yes
  • Heating Wall: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Stove, Microwave, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: End Unit

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Cpt #1

Utilities

  • Heating: Wall
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Franklin
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 017-650-031
  • Zoning: R-3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 1, 2020
Closed on
Aug 12, 2020
Sold by
Clark Alison M
Bought by
Mol Marinus A and Mol Kobeh Monique
Seller's Agent
Robert Oliver
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Robert Oliver
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$639,000
Sold Price
$620,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-2.97%
Current Estimated Value
$958,037

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$338,037
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.17%
Original Mortgage
$496,000
Outstanding Balance
$441,166
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$516,871

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2019
Closed on
Sep 13, 2019
Sold by
Perlis Cindy
Bought by
Clark Alison M
Seller's Agent
Mike Richardson
Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Robert Oliver
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$595,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-4.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.63%
Original Mortgage
$395,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 2019
Sold by
Clark Joanne M
Bought by
Perlis Cindy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 2010
Sold by
Strong Marsha H
Bought by
Clark Joanne M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2003
Sold by
Peju Lisa A
Bought by
Strong Marsha H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$364,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 1999
Sold by
Shurtleff Marcelle Trustee and Shurtleff Marcelle Tr /9
Bought by
Peju Lisa A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,000
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 19, 1997
Sold by
Wilson Andy I
Bought by
Shurtleff Marcelle

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Mol Marinus A $620,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Clark Alison M $595,000 First American Title Company
Perlis Cindy -- None Available
Clark Joanne M $475,000 First American Title Company
Strong Marsha H -- Lawyers Title Company
Peju Lisa A $320,000 Equity Title Company
Shurtleff Marcelle $215,000 Equity Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mol Marinus A $496,000
Previous Owner Clark Alison M $395,000
Previous Owner Strong Marsha H $364,000
Previous Owner Peju Lisa A $256,000
Previous Owner Shurtleff Marcelle $172,000
Closed Strong Marsha H $68,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/28/2020 08/28/20 Sold $620,000 -3.0% $876 / Sq Ft
07/27/2020 07/27/20 Pending -- -- --
07/01/2020 07/01/20 For Sale $639,000 +7.4% $903 / Sq Ft
09/30/2019 09/30/19 Sold $595,000 -4.8% $840 / Sq Ft
08/30/2019 08/30/19 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2019 07/17/19 For Sale $625,000 -- $883 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,999 $676,106 $324,729 $351,377
2023 $6,999 $645,048 $312,120 $332,928
2022 $6,753 $632,400 $306,000 $326,400
2021 $6,597 $620,000 $300,000 $320,000
2020 $6,258 $595,000 $315,000 $280,000
2019 $5,747 $545,534 $275,637 $269,897
2018 $5,664 $534,838 $270,233 $264,605
2017 $5,475 $524,352 $264,935 $259,417
2016 $5,406 $514,072 $259,741 $254,331
2015 $5,346 $506,351 $255,840 $250,511
2014 $5,258 $496,433 $250,829 $245,604
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • R

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Robert Oliver

    Coldwell Banker Realty

  • K

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Karin Holloway

    Coldwell Banker Realty

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Mike Richardson

    Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc.

    (805) 963-1704

    1 in this area

    132 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 20-2473

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 017-650-031

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93103 East Beach

231 Por La Mar Cir, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 231 Por La Mar Cir, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 since 01 July 2020 and is currently estimated at $958,037, approximately $1,353 per square foot. This property was built in 1991. 231 Por La Mar Cir is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Cleveland Elementary School, Santa Barbara Junior High School, and Santa Barbara Senior High School.

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